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Love the BibleHow Does the Bible Provide Hope Against Injustice? With Shannon Sergey, Forever Found CEODid you know that there are more people living in slavery today than at any other time in history? Where is our hope against this injustice?In this episode, host Kristin Nave is joined by Shannon Sergey, founder and CEO of Forever Found, to explore the intersection of biblical teachings on slavery and the urgent crisis of modern-day human trafficking. Kristin discusses the context of Hebrew slavery as detailed in the Old Testament, highlighting its regulations and humanitarian provisions. Shannon elaborates on the differences between ancient practices and present-day trafficking, emphasizing the Bible's principles...2024-12-0250 min
Abiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement99. Jesus Our Home with Guest Kristin NaveWhere in your your life do you feel like you're truly home?In this episode, host Shannon Sergey welcomes special guest Kristin Nave, co-founder of Abiding Free and current host of Love The Bible Podcast. Together, they dive into the profound theme that Jesus is our true home. They explore what it means to find in Jesus the ultimate safe haven and comfort zone, touching on deeply personal stories and reflections. Through sharing experiences about home life, marriage, and transformational dreams, they emphasize the unparalleled peace and joy found in Jesus, alone. The episode is rich with...2024-11-0626 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement98. Health and Spiritual Healing: Exploring the Spiritual Dimensions of Wellness with Tabitha ZavalaWhat happens when you align your health practices with biblical principles and natural remedies?In this episode, host Shannon Sergey sits down with Tabitha Zavala to explore the intertwined paths of faith, healing, and holistic health. Together, they delve into Tabitha's personal health journey and the profound impact of forgiveness and faith, highlighting the transformative power of biomagnetic adjustment therapy and the importance of continuous detoxification. Tabitha shares her insights into herbal and natural remedies, emphasizing the need for holistic approaches to both physical and emotional well-being. The discussion also covers her involvement with "Just Hope Healing,"...2024-10-1741 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement97. Freedom and Flourishing in Marriage: Your Past Doesn't Have to Define Your Relationship with Javier and Shannan LabradorWhat if the hidden struggles in your marriage could become the defining stories of growth and healing?In this episode, host Shannon Sergey welcomes the incredible Javier and Shannan Labrador of 24/7 Marriage, to dive into the challenging yet beautiful dynamics of marriage and personal growth. They share their raw and inspiring journey, including early marital struggles, the silent impact of personal traumas, and the deep calling to support and love each other as Christ does. The conversation touches on the significant impact of mutual growth, divine timing, and unwavering faith in navigating life's trials. Listeners will also...2024-10-0244 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement96. Not a God of Confusion: Organizing Chaos into Order with Tricia LaFranceIs organizing & decluttering your home, spiritual?In this episode, host Shannon Sergey sits down with Tricia LaFrance, the founder of "Organized Joy," to discuss the profound impact that physical organization can have on mental clarity and overall well-being. They delve into personal experiences of overcoming financial struggles, the sources and stress of disorganization, and practical ways to manage clutter in daily life. Tricia shares her journey from nanny to professional organizer, emphasizing the importance of emotional and spiritual healing alongside physical tidiness. The conversation also explores how organization can be an outward indicator of inward s...2024-09-1835 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement95. Prosperity in Christ: Flourishing in Abundance & TrialsIs "prosperity" a bad word in the Christian faith, or a promise of God?In this episode, host Shannon Sergey welcomes guest, co-founder of Abiding Free and now host of Love The Bible Podcast, Kristin Nave. Together they dive into the controversial topic of concept of Prosperity in the Bible. They discuss how Jesus' love and promise of receiving a hundredfold in this age, despite being often misused, represents a true promise of prosperity for God's children. The episode also touches on the prosperity gospel, the significance of giving, God's protection, and the transformative view of money...2024-09-0439 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement94. All Things For the Good of Those Who Love Him: Special AnnouncementWhat does it look like to walk in God's promises when your world is filled with hard decisions and changes?Welcome to a special episode of the Abiding Free podcast. Today, Kristin and Shannon come together to share a significant announcement about the next chapter in their ministry and the ministry of Abiding Free. In this episode, they delve into the profound concepts of God's providence and the assurance that He is working all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose, e...2024-05-2025 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement93. Breaking Free from Trauma with Elle AngelIs the Bible "trauma-informed"?Welcome to the Abiding Free Podcast. In this episode, host Shannon Sergey welcomes Elle Angel, a Christian life coach and author, whose own experiences with repressed trauma led her to a deep journey with Jesus towards healing and freedom, and a mission to help others. Elle shares her journey from the New Age to finding true spiritual satisfaction in Jesus Christ, shedding light on how there are many helpful tools, but the Bible holds the answers regarding deep healing from trauma.Together, they discuss...2024-05-0638 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement92. Warrior of Eden: Rediscovering Women’s Identity in Christ with Beth GuckenbergerWhat does it really mean that Woman was created by God to be Man's “helper”?In this captivating conversation, host Shannon Sergey sits down with special guest Beth Guckenberger, the co-executive director of Back to Back Ministries, speaker and author. We discuss Beth's new book “Warrior of Eden” and dive deep into the subject of God's design and intention for women.Episode Highlights:- **Beyond the Curse**: Beth Guckenberger shares her insights from writing about women's roles and the societal pressures that influence them. She brings a fresh...2024-04-2237 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement91. Hearing the Voice of God- Part 3Are you longing for an encounter with The Living God, but find yourself constantly stumbling over uncertainty in hearing His voice?In part three of this conversation about Hearing the Voice of God, Hosts Shannon Sergey and Kristin Nave, share more about their own personal journeys and personal stories of hearing God’s voice, as well as biblical insights that show that direct guidance from Jesus were meant to be an intimate reality for each of us. They share how Jesus' words have shaped their approach to challenging situations in life like parenting and interpersonal conflict....2024-04-0828 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement90. Hearing the Voice of God- Part 2What if there's a whole new depth to hearing God's voice that you're missing out on, and you didn't even know you were missing it?Welcome to a new episode of Abiding Free. In today's episode, "Hearing the Voice of God - Part 2," hosts Kristin Nave and Shannon Sergey delve into the topic of hearing the voice of God directly and in real time. They share about how listening to a short sermon series by Jamie Winship became a life-changing encounter with the Living God for both of them.This...2024-03-2528 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement89. Hearing the Voice of God- Part 1What would happen if you invited Jesus into the very spaces where fear is holding you back, and listened to what He said?In this episode of the Abiding Free Podcast, Shannon Sergey and Kristin Nave, talk about some of the major lessons they’ve learned in the last year about truly hearing the voice of God, and walking in freedom.In part one of this conversation, we’ll reflect on Shannon's profound experiences and insights gained through a church leaders' training on the power of simple, fearless obedience and unst...2024-03-1129 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement88. Motherhood and Mental Health: Dealing with Anxiety & Depression as a Believer with Lara d’EntremontHave you ever felt alone or ashamed in your struggles with anxiety or depression? Have you ever thought that maybe God was disappointed in you for struggling with mental health?In today's heartfelt and moving episode, Host Kristin Nave is joined by Lara d'Entremont, author and advocate for mental health within the Christian community. She shares her journey of facing anxiety and depression in motherhood, the importance of community support, and how seeking professional help is not in conflict with Christian faith.As Lara talks about her book "A Mother Held: Essays...2024-02-2629 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement87. Everyday Testimonies: A Speeding Ticket and 2 Uber RidesWhat if there are divine encounters hiding within every moment, waiting to be discovered?In this episode of the Abiding Free podcast, hosts Kristin Nave and Shannon Sergey share inspiring and diverse stories from their lives of how seemingly insignificant or challenging everyday events, can potentially turn into deeply meaningful and transformational encounters with the Lord. You’ll hear about two impactful conversations Kristin had about the meaning of life with two Uber drivers in London, as well as a humbling story of being pulled over for speeding on the way to church. These st...2024-02-1224 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement85. The Story of a Man Who Died at a Funeral and His Last Words- With Jon GerlachHave you heard the story about the Christian who gave a eulogy at a funeral, then immediately died after he finished? But what makes this story even more amazing, is the words he said right before he suddenly passed away.In this episode of Abiding Free, host Kristin Nave interviews a special guest, Jon Gerlach, who shares a deeply moving and inspiring story about his father's life and passing. Jon's father, Stan Gerlach, was a devout Christian who lived a life dedicated to serving and sharing the gospel. The story t...2024-01-2919 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement84. Ecclesiastes Part 4-What Does it All Mean?We have been journeying through the book of Ecclesiastes for the past few episodes, and today we will be finishing by giving an overview of the remaining chapters, as well as reflecting on what it all means...both Ecclesiastes and life!We will see that the preacher continues to wrestle and struggle through the frustrating and confusing aspects of life, but we get a deeper understanding of what he wants us to take from his message. The preacher continues to have an echo of sadness over the reality of all of life leading to death, and yet...2024-01-2229 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement83. Ecclesiastes Part 3This week we will spend our time on chapter 3 of Ecclesiastes, which has been called the thesis of the book. The preacher in Ecclesiastes shifts the reader from cynicism to hope as he continues to reflect on life, this time showing us that there is a season for everything and in these seasons, God is making "all things beautiful in its time." Though life is confusing, hard, and often seems backward, the preacher will show us that God is working all things together and there is purpose in all of life.We are so glad...2024-01-1518 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement82. Ecclesiastes Part 2Last week we were introduced to some of the themes and overview of Ecclesiastes before diving in specifically to the book in this episode through chapters 1 and 2. We will be introduced to the preacher- the main voice in the book- who seems to be quite cynical about life and finds it extremely frustrating, difficult to understand, and can feel meaningless. On today's episode we will walk with the preacher as he dives into 5 aspects of life, the history of mankind, the world and nature, wisdom, self-indulgence, and toil-our work. We will see that the preacher was a man...2024-01-0821 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement81. The Meaning, Mundane, and Messiness of Life: A Series in EcclesiastesHave you ever gotten exactly what you wanted, it hasn't satisfied you the way you thought, and you've wondered, Is This It?For 4 weeks we will be journeying through the book of Ecclesiastes, and we would love for you to join us! This is a book about a wise preacher who was given so much in life- wisdom, pleasures, experiences, so much more-and found that these things in and of themselves, were empty. Through a human lens, the preacher shows us that life is like a vapor or breath; we are shown that life is fleeting, hard...2024-01-0221 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement80. Redeeming Our Doubts with Author and Apologetics Professor Mary Jo SharpHave you ever doubted the reliability of the Bible?Our guest today, Mary Jo Sharp was raised in Portland, Oregon. Where she grew up, there wasn’t much talk about God or the Bible. The only Christianity she really saw on display was what was shown in the movies.As she grew older, she started having questions about the meaning of life and began investigating for answers. Around this same time, her high school band director gave her a bible. She was about to graduate, and he knew that sh...2023-06-0543 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement79. The Hands and Feet of Jesus with Josh BuckAre we displaying humility in the way we serve and love others?We’re excited to have Josh Buck on the show today. Josh is a follower of Christ, husband, father, and author of Everyday Activism. In his book, Josh dives deep into 7 tangible practices of Jesus that we can incorporate into our lives today. As Christians, our hearts should break for what breaks God’s heart. We should then take that heartache and turn it into action. Today, Josh is sharing with us ways to partner with Jesus and m...2023-05-2932 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement78. Fostering Hope with Lisa RobertsonAre you being obedient to God’s call on your life?Due to an unexpected health crisis, Lisa Robertson had to have her uterus removed just days after having her first child. Along with the heartbreak of her ability to have more children being taken away from her, she didn’t get to see her daughter for two weeks.Lisa’s road to physical recovery was long, but even longer was the journey to emotional healing. She was heartbroken that she would not be able to give her husband a son...2023-05-2232 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement77. Overcoming Incredible Odds by God’s Grace with Rheanna NoyesHave you ever felt alone?Today’s guest, Rheanna Noyes shares her incredible testimony of how God fills in the gaps where people cannot. Rheanna is a follower of Christ, a wife, and a mother of four girls. When Rheanna was just a young girl, she lost her mother to cancer. As a result, her grandmother stepped in to be their caretaker as her father’s job required him to travel frequently.Through a series of trials, Rheanna’s grandmother fell ill with cancer, her younger sister was put into fo...2023-05-1544 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement76. Feeding a Starved Spirit with Amy SeiffertHave you ever felt starved spiritually?Sometimes we check all the boxes.. We read our Bible, we go to church, we do the devotionals.. But we still come up feeling empty. Why does this happen?Our hearts must be truly invested in our pursuit of God. Life gets busy, and there are always different things fighting for attention.. But we have to slow down, stop, and truly lean into the Word. Today, we are talking with Amy Seiffert - Follower of Jesus, Wife, Mother, Bi...2023-05-0832 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement75. Is Self Love Biblical?What are your thoughts about self love?We live in a culture that is centered around self love. Everywhere we turn, we see a t-shirt that says ‘I am enough’, or an advertisement that boasts ‘I am worthy”. The media is constantly promoting acceptance & praise for everyone, but at what cost? Take a minute to ask yourself ‘Where does my worth come from?’. If the answer is anything but ‘God’, then we have a self love problem that needs to be addressed. We must humble ourselves before God and acknowledge that apart from Him, we are nothi...2023-05-0136 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement74. Pursuing Your God Given Passion with Rebecca GeorgeAre you living out your God given purpose?We’re all called to share the gospel, but God has called us all to share it differently. He’s blessed us each with our own set of talents and gifts. Today on the show, we have a special guest, Rebecca George. Rebecca is an author and podcastor who has a God given calling to disciple others to pursue their passions in a way that builds the Kingdom of God.You were given your unique talents and passions for a reason. Pay attention to the things that come...2023-04-2439 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement73. Beauty from Ashes with Amber SmithHave you ever felt alone in your grief?Grief can be isolating. In times of grief, people turn to many different things in an attempt to numb the pain, but true hope is found in Jesus. In today’s episode, Kristin speaks with Amber Smith about how tragedy struck her family and how they’ve moved forward and are healing little by little by God’s grace.Amber Smith is a Christ follower, wife, mother, and philanthropist. She lives on a farm in central Texas with her husband Granger and their three childre...2023-04-1732 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement72. God Will Leverage Your Weakness with Michelle MyersAre you living out God’s will in your life?Sometimes people view God’s will as something that will come in the future… but the truth is, He wants to use you right where you are now. He has you where He wants you and He wants to use every situation in your life to shed light on His goodness and give Him glory.Today on the podcast, Kristin takes a deeper look into God’s will and how He leverages our weakness for good with Author Michelle Myers. Michelle is the Cofounde...2023-04-1054 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement71. From New Age Psychic to Christ Follower with Mia MicheleDid you know that Satan has a counterfeit for everything good and holy that is of God? He disguises himself as love and light to deceive anyone who will fall into his grasp.Today on the show, we are joined by guest Mia Michele. Mia was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, but at the age of 12, she closed the door on God and spent her teen years partying. Eventually, she got into drugs and fell into the deception of the New Age belief system.In the New Age belief system, everyone has th...2023-04-031h 03Abiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement70. Are Jesus’ Words More Important Than Paul’s Words?Are Jesus’ words more important than Paul’s?A relatively large group of believers today hold the belief that Jesus’ words are more important than Paul’s or the rest of scripture. Here at Abiding Free, we believe that the entirety of scripture holds equal value and authority. If we’re saying that Paul’s words are not as significant as Jesus’ words, then we diminish the authority of the rest of scripture. Jesus commands us to believe and obey the entirety of scripture. He does not instruct us to pick and choose what we are willing to...2023-03-2715 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement69. What Did Jesus Talk About More Than Anything? with Pastor and Author Jeremy TreatWhat do you talk about a lot? It’s reasonable to come to the conclusion that the thing you talk about the most is also most important to you. So, what did Jesus talk about more than anything? If we want to know the heart of Jesus more, we should also be studying His words. In today’s episode, Kristin chats with Pastor, Professor, and Author Jeremy Treat to get to the heart of what Jesus talked about more than anything else, the Kingdom of God.So what i...2023-03-2042 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement68. How Jesus Meets Us in Our DoubtsIs doubt among people growing? Or has it always been there and it’s just not really talked about? What does Jesus think of our doubts?There is sometimes shame associated with doubting our faith, but Romans 8:1 tells us there is no condemnation for those in Christ. Conviction is good, it is God’s way of steering us back when we veer off track, but shame and condemnation do not come from the Lord.Acknowledging our weakness allows Jesus to do mighty work within us. 2 Corinthians 12:9 reminds us that His strength is made perf...2023-03-1314 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement67. Why Did Jesus Speak in Parables? with Dr. Peter GurryWere the parables actual stories? Or were they just examples?Friends, sometimes parables can leave us confused, but there is much to be learned from them. These stories use everyday life situations to teach valuable lessons. The confusing aspect of the parables acts as a way to keep them on your mind. They are designed to get us thinking, and the more we think about them, the more revelation can come from them.In today’s conversation with Dr. Peter Gurry, Director of the Text & Canon Institute, we dive deeper into the parables, wha...2023-03-0648 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement66. Why Are the Gospels Reliable? with Jon NoyesHow do we know the gospels are reliable?We’re so excited to have Jon Noyes back on the podcast today! Jon shares his incredible testimony of how he journeyed from being an atheist who enjoyed challenging Christian’s beliefs to becoming a Christian Apologist. Throughout his testimony, it is easy to see how God orchestrated situations and brought people into his life that helped cultivate the faith that he has today. We are here on this earth by divine appointment and each conversation we have is an opportunity to point people to Jesus. We hope...2023-02-271h 06Abiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement65. I Am Enough by God’s Grace with Amy SeiffertDo you ever feel defeated or like you’re just not measuring up?If we’re honest, most of us moms can probably identify with these feelings. We feel the enormous pressure of doing it all, and doing it well… but the reality is - we are not enough (on our own). This is where God’s incredible grace steps in. By His grace, we are enough. His grace fills the gaps where we fail or fall short.Join Shannon today as she discusses every day stresses, pressures of parenting and how God redeems...2023-02-2044 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement64. Do You Know How to Defend Your Faith? with Shanda FulbrightHave you ever been in a situation where you struggled to defend your faith?Apologetics is the ‘why’ behind what you believe. It is important for us as Christians to know why we believe what we do so that we can be prepared to defend our faith and share the gospel with others.In this week’s episode, Shannon discusses apologetics, defending your faith, and living from a Biblical worldview with Shanda Fulbright. Shanda is an Apologetics Teacher and has her own podcast - Her Faith Inspires Podcast. Don’t find yourself...2023-02-1338 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement63. Powerful Parenting in Today’s Culture with Lisa ChanAnyone who is a parent knows parenting can be a struggle. Have you ever found yourself worn and weary, wondering if the fight will be worth it?On top of all the everyday struggles that parents face, how do you parent Biblically in today’s culture?Today on Abiding Free, you’ll find insight into all of those questions and more.In this week’s episode, Shannon sits down with Lisa Chan to discuss the role of parenting biblically in today’s culture...2023-02-0652 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement62. Incredible Stories of Divine Interruptions - Part 2Are you allowing God to interrupt you?Every day, God uses mundane, seemingly insignificant moments to minister to people. These moments can happen in a taxi ride, on an airplane, or even at your mailbox. Some of Jesus’ greatest opportunities in His ministry were interruptions in His day.. But He welcomed them with open arms when even some of His disciples tried to push them aside.Our hope in sharing this episode with you today is that it will stir up adventure and passion and that you would be open handed to God using you in...2023-01-3022 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement61. Divine JealousyHow is God jealous for you today?We tend to think of jealousy as a momentary feeling, but the Bible says in Exodus that God’s name is Jealous. He does not fluctuate. God’s jealousy is not the same as human envy in which we covet what someone else has. He longs for you to worship Him and delight in His presence. He delights in you and He wants to give you the desires of your heart. He wants to give you Himself. The God of the universe wants YOU a...2023-01-2324 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement60. Suicide and the Hope of God- With Jon Noyes from Stand to Reason MinistriesDid you know that in 2020, 45,979 Americans died by suicide?According to SAVE.org, suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the US, approximately 125 Americans die by suicide every day, there is one suicide death every 11.5 minutes, it is the 3rd leading cause of death in 15-24 year olds, and there is estimated 1 death in every 25 suicide attempts. In today’s episode, Kristin had a chance to sit down with Former atheist, now speaker with Stand to Reason, Jon Noyes to talk about this critical issue. Stand to Reason tra...2023-01-1649 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement59. Suffering, Anxiety, and the Pressure to Do-It-All with Kristin Schmucker, CEO The Daily Grace Co.Have you ever felt the cultural pressure to ‘Do it all’?It’s probably safe to say we all could answer ‘yes’ to that question. We live in a fast paced world that tells us our worth is measured in the things we do, the places we go, and the people we associate with. In today’s episode, Kristin sits down with Kristin Schmucker, Founder & CEO of The Daily Grace Co. and Cultivate What Matters to discuss cultural pressure, the anxiety it creates and the peace that can be found in the Word o...2023-01-0947 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement58. Joy to the World- Looking Back and Looking AheadWe are looking back and looking ahead at the Abiding Free podcast today, as well as giving a short Christmas devotional.We are so incredibly grateful for all of our listeners from across the world and we celebrate this being our 58th episode here! Be sure to listen today for some exciting interviews ahead (coming back January 9th)!And most importantly, we share today about the joy that came to the world, and why we can walk in joy and sing this Christmas season even if it has been a hard year. Thank you for...2022-12-1910 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement57. Confrontation Without DramaHow do we know when it is the right time to have a Biblical Confrontation?Today, we are discussing the difficult topic of Biblical Confrontation. Confrontation can be hard, but if we look to the Holy Spirit to guide us, it can be done in a way that is pleasing to Him. We’re also discussing how to know when something is worthy of confrontation, and how to address it when it is.We live in a fallen world, and believers will make mistakes, but how we address them and move forward is what sets us...2022-12-1233 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement56. Finding Consistency in Spiritual Disciplines with Arabah JoyDo you ever struggle with Spiritual Discipline?If we are being honest, we could probably all say ‘yes’ to this question on some level. Spiritual Disciplines are the essential practices and habits we participate in as believers to enhance our spiritual walk with the Lord. In today’s episode, Shannon chats with Arabah Joy from Sojo Academy about Spiritual Discipline and the daily struggles and distractions we may face. Sojo Academy is an ongoing membership for Christian women that provides a practical, streamlined spiritual growth plan.With years of ministry under her belt, Arabah...2022-12-0542 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement55. Where is God in the Midst of Evil in the World?How do we respond to evil in today’s culture? Evil runs rampant in our world today, and our youth are being numbed to it. While it is important to recognize Satan’s schemes, we can’t let it discourage us. We serve a Mighty God who is greater and stronger than any attack from the enemy. He is still on the throne. As believers, we have to let our light shine bright in the darkness and stand firm on the Word of God. We hope you enjoy this episode and are left encouraged! Episode Highlights: Ack...2022-11-2826 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement54. The Power of Kindness-With Best-Selling Author Shaunti FeldhahnAre you as kind as you think you are?Join us today as Shaunti Feldhahn challenges us to take a closer look at ourselves and our relationships and analyze how kind we really are. Shaunti is a best-selling author and has written several books, one being The Kindness Challenge. The Kindness Challenge is a 30-day movement in which readers are led through 3 steps to improve their relationships.After participating in the challenge, two-thirds of the participants said that they, themselves, felt more loved and appreciated! This goes to show that the kindness you pour out...2022-11-2135 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement53. What is Biblical Womanhood?What does biblical womanhood truly look like?The world says there is not an answer to this, but God's word says otherwise. And the reality is if you’ve ever walked through your day feeling that it was nearly impossible to meet all of the demands your role as a woman has required of you, you’re not alone.As women in today’s culture, we are busier than ever. We are required to take care of our families, coordinate schedules, and work, among many other things.But wha...2022-11-1423 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement52. Fighting Anxiety With the Word of God- With Lifeway Author Scarlet HiltibidalDo you struggle from anxiety? Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the US, affecting 40,000,000 adults age 18 and older. But even without a diagnosis, most likely all of us struggle with anxiousness to some degree.In today’s episode, we chat with Scarlet Hiltibidal, the author ofAfraid of All the Things, You’re the Worst Person in the World, theAnxiousBible Study, and other books. She writes regularly for2022-11-0736 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement51. When Should Someone Get Baptized?How do you know when someone is ready for baptism?In today’s episode, Kristin and Shannon dive into this much debated topic. There are so many strong opinions in the body of Christ as to whether children should be baptized, and at what age they are ready to make that decision.The calling on parents to share the truth of the gospel to our children should not be taken lightly. It is our responsibility to share the truth with them and allow the Holy Spirit to help that truth si...2022-10-3127 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement50. How Did We Get the Bible? With Text and Canon Institute Co-Directors, Dr. Peter Gurry & Dr. John MeadeHave you ever wondered where the different translations of the Bible came from?On today’s episode, we discuss the many translations of the Bible with Dr. Peter Gurry & Dr. John Meade, Directors of Text and Canon Institute of Phoenix Seminary. They have also just released their new book, “Scribes and Scripture - The Amazing Story of How We Got the Bible”.In their book, they discuss in depth where the Bible came from and how we got the many translations we have t...2022-10-2454 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement49. Living the Adventure of a Missional Life- With Kanita RutleyDo you see living on mission for Christ as the greatest adventure in this life?Thank you for joining us for another week of the Abiding Free Podcast. Today we are so grateful to share our conversation with our friend Kanita Rutley. Kanita is a missiologist, humanitarian, speaker, bible teacher, and vocal artist, and today we will be talking about the adventure of living a missional life.While Kanita has traveled and shared the word of God worldwide, it’s a fallacy to believe that you must travel far to be...2022-10-1756 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement48. Incredible Stories of Divine Interruptions-It's Ok to Want More in LifeWhat would it be like if you were inconvenienced in your day? Would you view it as a blessing or a point of stress? Today, Kristin and Shannon are talking about this very topic: divine interruptions. When Kristin started praying a big prayer for divine interruptions, God heard her cry. She was open and willing to the work of God, even in the least expected moments. As you’ll hear in today’s episode, divine interruptions are rarely convenient, and often they require laying down our agendas; but isn’t that wha...2022-10-1028 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement47. Finding Freedom in Your Health Journey- With Jessica Ash WellnessOften, some of the most impactful things we do in life will be born from the trials we go through.Jessica Ash is a wellness and hormone educator, and the above statement was certainly the case for her. Jessica was raised in the church, and as she grew older, she found herself with a handful of ailments that left her feeling hopeless and like a shell of herself.But the beautiful thing is that Jessica chose not to stay in that place. Today, Jessica not only lives free from all...2022-10-0357 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement46. Choose Your Battles- What Issues in the Church are Worth Fighting For?When it comes to differences within the church, do you feel confident in when to stand firm and when to back down?There’s no doubt that there has been an uprise in polarizing beliefs both culturally and within the church. At some point, each of us can probably think of a time the differing opinions have impacted one of our relationships. As culture rapidly changes, and things that use to be considered taboo and now being considered normal, it can often feel like our heads are on a swivel.As...2022-09-2626 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement45. Walking Through Difficult Praying Seasons- With Bob Allums, "A Praying Life" DirectorHow do you feel when you think about your prayer life?Today’s topic will bring joy, peace, and familiarity, but for some, it can also bring stress, discomfort, and anxiety. The topic we are covering today is prayer, and Bob Allums is one of the most wonderful people to be sharing on this topic today.Bob is the Director of A Praying Life. He has taught over 100 prayer seminars over the world. He has made a massive impact on the prayer lives of others all over the world, and an...2022-09-1934 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement44. The Loneliness Pandemic: And the God Who Helps UsWe have access to more people than ever before, yet studies show we are lonelier than ever. Why are we so lonely?The above is a question Kristin and Shannon have spent a lot of time delving into, and if you have wondered something similar, know you’re not alone.As culture changes rapidly and social media spreads like wildfire, connection seems to have become a lost art. Today on Abiding Free, Kristin and Shannon share what they have discovered as they dove into this topic. You’...2022-09-1224 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement43. A Song in the Darkness (Zephaniah Devotional Series)We can spend our whole lives trying to understand the love of God and never fully grasp it in our limited minds. Paul tells us in the book of Ephesians that it is a love that "surpasses knowledge" (3:19). In this episode we will see a depiction of God's love that should take our breath away! This is a passage in Zephaniah that describes an ecstatic love and delight poured out from a perfect God onto a sinful people. God's love doesn't always make sense. The only explanation is complete and utter mercy and grace. We are in th...2022-07-1817 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement42. Restoration is Coming (Zephaniah Devotional Series)Last week we followed the tragic scene of the continued rebellion of the people. God's kindness hadn't led them to repentance, and neither had His judgement. And yet even amid this tragedy, we saw His love; God continued to work for His people.This week we turn a corner as we follow the journey of the prophecy through Zephaniah, and we learn that restoration is coming to a remnant of people. And that remnant of people are those that have been hidden in God, hidden in His righteousness. And today, that is the same promise for those...2022-07-1113 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement41. A Holy Tough Love (Zephaniah Devotional Series)We are continuing on in our journey of Zephaniah, and this week we will see in Chapter 3 an incredible picture of a God who longs for His people to draw near to Him. God is not in need, He is not lonely, and WE are the ones, just like Judah, who rebel and turn away and choose to go against His ways. And yet He longs for us to draw near to Him! This is an incomprehensible kind of love! It should make us raise our hands and say, who is this incredible God?We w...2022-07-0415 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement40. Where Will You Be Found on the Day of Trouble? (Zephaniah Devotional Series)We pray and hope that the story of Zephaniah is captivating you, drawing you in, teaching you more about God, and also showing you how to go deeper in your walk or to reflect on your own life.We are in week three of our 6-week Zephaniah devotional series. In weeks one and two we had to swallow the difficult news that God was bringing judgement to the nations and His people. But here in week three we learn through the book of Zephaniah that God made a promise to His people in spite of the coming d...2022-06-2716 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement39. Take Up the Garments of Glory (Zephaniah Devotional Series)Last week we entered into the story of Zephaniah and learned that God was bringing judgement not just to the surrounding nations, but to God's people. This week we turn to the introduction of the "day of the Lord" and talk about what that means as both a coming day of judgement and salvation. And God had another grievance for His people, in plain language, they wanted to fit in and clothe themselves in worldly attire and attributes rather than be set apart as God's people. They were looking more like the world than the God who c...2022-06-2015 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement38. How Does Your Heart Need to Turn Back To God? (Zephaniah Devotional Series)Welcome friends, to our six-week devotional series on the book of Zephaniah! Journey with us in this book, a story of a world that looked much like our own: Crooked political and religious leaders, nations contenting with nations, declining faith, believers looking more like the world than the God who chose them, the worship of money, and so much more...The prophet Zephaniah was called to prophesy of the coming day of trouble and judgement on both God's people and the nations in response to abounding evil. But God was bringing His justice and love, n...2022-06-1314 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement37. Looking Back and Looking Ahead to a Devotional Series and RestThis week on Abiding Free we share some amazing stories and exciting updates as we draw our first season to a close, and launch an amazing new summer devotional series on the book of Zephaniah! On today's episode we touch on the truths we will dive into as we study this book. The truth that in the darkness that seems so strong in our world today sometimes, we can be Hidden in Him, because HE is our refuge in the day of trouble.We love being on this journey of freedom with you all!F...2022-05-3011 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement36. Your Spouse Will Never Be EnoughHave you ever found yourself let down or hurt by your spouse?It’s probably fair to say that we have all been in this scenario whether it be from a spouse or another family member. Often it’s those closest to us who hurt us the most. But when we are let down by those we love, where do we turn, and how do we stop the cycle?This week on Abiding Free, we are discussing how to recognize when our expectations of others reach a point of seeking fulf...2022-05-2337 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement35. What Makes the Bible Trustworthy? With Text and Canon Institute Co-Directors, Dr. Peter Gurry & Dr. John MeadeHave you ever doubted the validity of the Bible?Today on Abiding free, we have two amazing guests: Dr. John Meade and Dr. Peter Gurry. These brilliant men are Directors of Text and Canon Institute of Phoenix Seminary. They have dedicated their lives to researching and studying the history of God's word to educate and inform others.If you’ve ever asked the above question or anything of the like, we want you to know you’re not alone. There is no shame in asking hard ques...2022-05-1653 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement34. Peace Like a RiverIn this crazy world, there’s no shortage of restlessness, chaos, stress, and worry, but where do we go to find peace?In today’s culture, self-care, luxurious vacations, and self-indulgence are where we are told to turn when we’re feeling overwhelmed or nearing burnout. Unfortunately, those solutions are simply a band-aid to a much bigger issue. Friends, we’re not saying these things are bad when done in moderation, but if these things are where we turn to find true peace, we will walk away feeling empty every time....2022-05-0925 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement33. Your Trauma Doesn't Get the Final Say with Veronica Stephens*Warning-Contents of this episode contain sexual assault, rape, and abuse stories. Please be advised if any of those topics are a trigger to you.*When horrific things happen to us or those we love–things like rape, sexual assault, or other trauma of sorts—where is God? Is He there?Today we are sharing a conversation with author and speaker Veronica Stephens. Veronica sheds light on what’s it’s like to live a life of trauma from sexual assault, verbal and physical abuse, and other family traumas. But when it comes...2022-05-021h 00Abiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement32. Anxiety Doesn't Get the Last Word With Author Tina RealeWhen you’re feeling weary and anxious, where do you turn?Anxiety is running rampant in our world right now. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders in the U.S., impacting more than 40 million people. With its prevalence growing, we must begin diving into these complex topics within the church.Today, we have devotional writer Tina Reale on the show to talk about this very topic. Having struggled with anxiety throughout her life, Tina shares a beautiful perspective on living with and overcoming anxiety.Wh...2022-04-2545 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement31. The Power of the Holy Spirit With Francis ChanThank you for joining us for another week of the Abiding Free Podcast! Friends, we are so excited to share our guest with you today. Many of you know him as an author, preacher, and speaker. Francis Chan is a wonderful man who God has used to impact millions of people all across the world, and we are honored to have him on our show today.Francis is so full of biblical wisdom, and today we talk to him about the power of the Holy Spirit, faith and miracles. With every question, Francis answers...2022-04-1853 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement30. When Boldness and Love CollideWhen it comes to being a Christian facing discord or disunity, is it better to be meek and quiet, or bold and outspoken?Welcome back to another week of Abiding Free. This week we hope to remind you that every day, we are facing spiritual warfare–and it’s not between fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. This war is against the enemy, and his goal is to create division.Today we are diving into how to approach sensitive topics that are not black and white in the Bible–regardless of wha...2022-04-1124 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement29. A Redemptive Story of Political Frenemies With Shivangi TruebloodHave any of your relationships been strained due to political differences or ideologies?The last two years have been difficult for all of us, and when it comes to sitting at the table with those with polarizing views, it seems that we have all had to navigate a lot more recently.But how have you handled it? Have your relationships been strained or severed because of differing views?Friends, this is not what Christ wants for us.Today, we are having a conversation with...2022-04-0433 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement28. Are You a Sideline Sitter or Are You Running the Race? With Author and Speaker Shelene BryanWhen is the last time you’ve done something uncomfortable?Thank you for joining us for another week of Abiding Free. This week we are sharing a conversation with Hollywood producer, author, founder, podcast host, mom, and wife, Shelene Bryan.This episode is one you will not want to miss. Today, Shelene shares how her curiosity and determination to prove someone wrong quickly became a trip that would forever change her life. Her leap of faith and courage to step out in discomfort was never something tha...2022-03-2843 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement27. What is Saving Faith?Do you ever wonder what it truly means to have faith?Can you have faith and lack belief? Does having faith mean that you are automatically saved? Is it something you take action on or hold onto? Does it all go hand-in-hand?Today, on abiding free, these are all questions that we begin to address. We quickly unfold that faith is a dynamic and complex word, but it’s something that is essential nonetheless. While having faith isn’t always easy, it is a crucial element in ou...2022-03-2130 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement26. Are You Walking in Redemptive Freedom?Does the heaviness of this world ever make you feel like you’re stuck in bondage?Today we are talking more about freedom, but more specifically, Edenic freedom. If this is a term that’s not familiar to you, that’s ok. We will be discussing the details of what Edenic freedom is, and what it actually means to be free more in depth today.While it’s true that the burdens of this world are often more than we can carry alone, there is hope. There is hope because we don't...2022-03-1426 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement25. Generational Challenges to and Encouragement for Bible Study With Amy Hale and Rachel NothnagelIs reading the Bible something you look forward to or do you struggle with motivation at times?Today we are talking all about the impact that reading God’s word can have on our lives. This conversation is unique as we are sharing the perspectives of women from three different generations: Baby Boomers-Amy Hale is a wife, mom of three, and Gigi to three who loves to encourage women. Amy became a believer early on, but did not truly become a student of the word until later on in life. Her...2022-03-0756 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement24. Is Chronic Pain or Illness Crippling You?Nearly half of Americans are suffering with chronic illness or pain. Are you one of them?Chances are that even if you aren’t someone who suffers with chronic illness or pain, you know someone who does. These ailments can leave us feeling discouraged, depressed, and hopeless especially when we are looking at them through an earthly lens. But what if we told you that there is good that can come from our suffering?This week on Abiding Free, we are diving deeper into the struggles tha...2022-02-2825 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement23. The Hell and Judgement Paradigm Shift, With Author and Pastor, Josh ButlerWhen you think of Hell, what do you envision?Do you see complete darkness or flames engulfing everything around you? Is it an underground torture chamber?What if we told you the Hell is likely none of those things?This week we are sharing an incredible conversation with Pastor and Author Joshua Ryan Butler, and while most people tend to steer clear of the topics like this, Joshua loves to dive into them headfirst. Today, Joshua helps us shift the popular narratives su...2022-02-2158 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement22. The Role of Women in the Church (Part 2)How can the whole church be faithful to the great commission?Last week, we dove into the topic of whether or not women should be pastors. This week is a continuation of this topic as we delve into the church as a whole and where our focus should be.If you have not yet had a chance to listen to last week’s episode, we highly recommend you listen to it before listening to today’s episode. We have linked it below for easy access.There’s no d...2022-02-1424 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement21. Hot Topic: The Role of Women in the Church (Part 1)Today we are opening up a can of worms about a very hot topic in the church: What is the Biblical role of women in the church? For instance, can women be pastors?This is a significant topic because it has to do with the overall structure of the Church. It’s essential that as Christians we know where we stand on this topic, so that we can engage in crucial conversations. At the heart of it all, where we all hope to stand is firm on the word of God....2022-02-0731 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement20. The Bible and Money with The Finish Line Cofounder, Cody HobelmannWhen the topic of money is brought up, how does it make you feel?Money can certainly be a loaded topic especially in the church, but did you know that it is one of the most talked about topics in the Bible? Today on the show we are sharing a conversation with our guest Cody Hobelmann. Cody is a certified financial planner who founded The Finish Line Pledge with his brother Kealan. The Finish Line Pledge helps people determine how much money is enough for them to live so that t...2022-01-3133 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement19. Are You Living In Fear?Is fear something that you have felt overtaking your life?Particularly over the last two years fear is something that has run rampant in the hearts, minds, and souls of many. While there is no doubt that we live in a fallen world full of sickness, pain, darkness, and many reasons to believe that fear is essential, what’s truly essential is that we keep our fear in check and get intentional about having a healthy relationship with fear. Today on abiding free we are delving into...2022-01-2430 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement18. God's Faithfulness through Suffering- Interview with Kara StoutWhere do you go in your grief?Welcome back to Abiding Free. This week we had the absolute pleasure sharing a conversation with food stylist and devotional writer, Kara Stout. Kara lives in L.A. with her two pugs and her husband, and she spends her days sharing blog posts and creative work to praise God through the gift of her words.Kara also has an unexpectedly beautiful story of loss and grief. Her story of suffering is one of God’s enduring faithfulness, and we feel so blessed to sh...2022-01-1733 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement17. Mental Health and the ChurchAre you or do you know someone who struggles with mental illness? There is no question that mental illness is a prevalent issue in today’s world. One in 20 U.S. adults experience serious mental illness every year. One in 6 youth ages 6-17 experience a mental health disorder every year. Not to mention the rise of mental struggles that COVID has caused, yet why does it seem that this issue is rarely talked about in the church?Today on Abiding Free we are discussing all of the above and more. One...2022-01-1034 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement16. Christmas AnnouncementA quick episode on an update with our podcast:1) We will be taking two weeks off and will be back on Monday, January 10th for a new episode!2) A great opportunity to get caught up on episodes you have missed.3) We finish this episode with a short Christmas devotion.2021-12-2005 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement15. When Forgiveness Feels ImpossibleAt some point in our lives, forgiveness is something we all have to choose. Do you choose it well?In today’s episode Kristin dives into what God’s word has to say about the topic of forgiveness. The reality is that forgiveness isn’t always easy, but thankfully we have the Bible as a guide to help us navigate this.Does it take a massive amount of faith? Does it require agreeing to intimate relationships with those you forgive?Those are some of the questions that are addressed today. One thing is certai...2021-12-1316 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement14. Hope In The Face of Tragedy With Author Anita MorrisAnita Morris is a Transformational Speaker, sharing a message of hope, perseverance, and triumph for those who are living in the midst and aftermath of devastating life trials. She is the Best Selling Author of “STEP Into It, Overcoming Trials that Lead to Purpose.” She’s also the Founder of the popular DIY Fashion Brand, “Anita by Design,” where she teaches women all over the world how to master the basics of garment sewing.Anita understands the struggle that arises when you're faced with a personal storm that threatens to rob you of your peace. After experiencing two of the...2021-12-0632 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement13. Burnout and BoundariesAre you feeling exhausted, weary or burned out? You are not alone.The more our world progresses, the more intentional we need to be about where to say yes, when to say no, and who to turn to when we feel that we are coming undone.Our world is so noisy, and it constantly tugs at us leaving us to feel that if we put boundaries in place and sit in quiet, we are being unproductive and becoming insignificant. We want you to know that while the above sentiment is very real, it...2021-11-2922 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement12. Healing and Renewal…With Speaker and Author John RinehartHave you found yourself tired and worn down but feeling unworthy of rest?Today on Abiding free, Kristin interviews Speaker, Author, and Gospel Patrons ministry leader John Rinehart all about what he learned through his sabbatical. They discuss things like the importance of building a foundation with God first, why forgiveness plays such an important role in this, and what rest has to do with any of it.John is full of tactical tips for relationships, forgiveness, and practicing the sabbath.Friends, if you have found yourself putting rest last, you should know that...2021-11-2230 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement11. Who Are You Seeking Validation From?Where does the desire to perform stem from?Whether you have kids or not, it’s almost certain that at some point or another, a child has stopped you and said, “Watch this!” or “Look at me!” It can be frustrating at times especially because it’s typically the most inconvenient moments that they choose to perform.But even as adults, the desire to perform is something that is deeply rooted in us. Whether we are trying to meet a quota at work, receive accolades in our parenting, or get validation f...2021-11-1527 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement10. Navigating Covid Church ShiftsNow more than ever, people are shifting in the church. Families are leaving their current churches for various reasons, job shifts are causing geographical moves and resulting in the search of a new church, and hearts are growing stale causing restlessness within the church.But how do we navigate these shifts with grace? How would Christ want us to respond?In today’s episode Kristin and Shannon talk about how to navigate church shifts with a genuine heart. The fact is that in this life, difficult circumstances will arise. But, if...2021-11-0826 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement9. Daddy Issues With Author, Lanna AndersenHave you ever wondered if your relationship with your Dad affects your relationship with God the Father?This week, we are sharing a conversation with Author and Pastor's wife, Lanna Andersen. Lanna graciously shares how her life experiences led her to write to other women who might be dealing with relational barriers that are keeping them from a deeper relationship with God.Not only does Lanna talk about what God’s true design is for fathers, but she dives into different “dad distortions'' to help break down some of the issu...2021-11-0123 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement8. Is Your Remembrance Strengthening or Weakening Your Faith?Do you ever have seasons in life where God feels absent?So often, we face trials that seem insurmountable. But the truth is that even when it feels like it, we are never trekking through the unknown alone. God is always with us, and He has always been with us. We simply have to remember. Remember His goodness, and remember all that He has done for us.Today, Kristin and Shannon share real life experiences on seasons where they had to “remember to remember.” Not only do they share from thei...2021-10-2520 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement7. Where is Your Shame Taking You?Have you been allowing shame in your life to define you?Today Kristin is telling one of her own real life stories about shame. She shares that while we don't have the choice whether or not we feel shame, we do have the choice about what path we will let it direct us down.The world wants shame to knock us down, but God’s word teaches us otherwise. Listen today to hear more about how we can use the shame in our lives as a tool to bring us clo...2021-10-1819 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement6. The Dangers of Progressive Christianity“We have fallen prey to the lie that we are inherently good, but the problem is that we all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.”Progressive Christianity. It’s a term that you might not be familiar with, but almost certainly have experienced first hand because it’s running rampant in our country right now. It’s something that can be masked as a “good thing” and if we aren’t careful is a trap that we can all easily fall into. So what can we do to be on the lookout to be...2021-10-1119 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement5. Friendship BreakupsIs there a God-honoring way to go through a friendship breakup, and how do we walk in freedom through this painful part of life?The truth is relationships can be hard to navigate, and friendship breakups are painful and awkward. Today, Kristin and Shannon talk through how we can navigate friendship breakups in a God honoring way. Kristin and Shannon also share real life examples of difficult relationship circumstances, and what God taught them about navigating those situations. As always, Kristin and Shannon go directly to God’s word for the...2021-10-0426 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement3. From Silent Screams to Freedom- Shannon’s StoryIf you seek God, you will find Him. And in Him you will find the freedom to break away from the sins that hold you back.Today Shannon graciously shares her story and the adversities she faced along the way. She will open up about the reality that once she began to view God and His word through a different lens, her life changed forever! Hear her open up about the sin, health issues, relationship hiccups, and more she had to walk through on her journey to abiding free.The ho...2021-09-2028 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement4. The Pendulum Swing in Relationships- From Expectations to Being Let DownHave you found yourself let down by someone you are in a relationship with? Relationships can be difficult to navigate, especially when our expectations or standards are not set through the right lens. Today Kristin and Shannon talk about what they refer to as “the pendulum swing” in relationships. Whether you have an amazing relationship or not, the pendulum swing is most likely something everyone can relate to. Not only do they explain what it is, but they dive into what causes it to happen in the first place and how ke...2021-09-2021 minAbiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement2. Turning Struggles into Victory--Kristin’s StoryHave you ever found yourself searching for identity and satisfaction in all of the things of this world only to be left feeling empty?Today Kristin shares a little more about her background, and like many of you, her story involves struggles with identity, looking for approval in the wrong places and heartache. But isn’t it in the heartache where we connect with others? That’s why Kristin is choosing to share. She knows that she is not alone in the struggle, and her hope through sharing her story is that some of you will...2021-09-1325 min
Abiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement1. Are You Truly Living Free? Introduction to Abiding FreeAre you walking through life feeling constantly chained down by past sins and the stresses of daily life? God promises freedom, so how do we break free from the bondage and truly live in the abundance He says we will receive?Today Kristin and Shannon share the heart behind The Abiding Free podcast and what their intention is for you, the listener. Through this podcast their hope is to share the word of God and the promises that He has made for us so that you can truly tap into the freedom that he has so graciously...2021-09-0724 min
Abiding Free | Biblical Truth & EncouragementWelcome to Abiding Free-Show TrailerFor More Information:Website: www.abidingfree.comIG: @abidingfreeFacebook: Abiding Freeabidingfree@gmail.com2021-08-2403 min